'Bad Boys' Spinoff to Star Gabrielle Union | THR News

Gabrielle Union reprises her role from Bad Boys 2 in a new TV spinoff. The series, featuring Union as Sid Burnett, a former DEA agent turned LAPD detective, explores her partnership with Nancy McKenna. Produced by Sony Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer, the show marks the first official reboot of the Bad Boys franchise. The industry trend of reboots continues as networks seek proven intellectual properties. The series follows Union's previous work on Being Mary Jane, which concludes this year. Viewer engagement is encouraged, with hopes for cameos from Will Smith and Martin Lawrence.

Who is Gabrielle Union's character in the Bad Boys spinoff?

• Mary Jane

• Sid Burnett

• Tiffany Taylor

• Nancy McKenna

Which companies are involved in the production of the Bad Boys spinoff?

• Warner Bros and Universal Pictures

• Sony Pictures Television and Jerry Bruckheimer TV

• Paramount Pictures and Lionsgate

• 20th Century Fox and DreamWorks

What was the budget for the first Bad Boys film?

• $19 million

• $50 million

• $100 million

• $141 million

Why are reboots in high demand in the entertainment industry?

• They offer new storylines

• They are based on proven intellectual property

• They are cheaper to produce

• They require fewer resources

What is Gabrielle Union's follow-up project after Being Mary Jane?

• A new movie

• A music album

• A reality TV show

• The Bad Boys spinoff